Recall 92V-060: 1986–1989 Carpenter SCL-1801
CARPENTER INDUSTRIES, INC. recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Apr 23, 1992, covering about 16 vehicles.
The problem
The school buses exceed the chassis manufacturer's gross vehicle weight rating (Gvwr) by 650 lbs. And fail to comply with FMVSS 105, "hydraulic brake systems."
The risk
The school buses do not meet the stopping distancerequirements specified by FMVSS 105 if the school bus has a gross vehicle weightgreater than the maximum gvwr specified by the chassis manufacturer. A fullyloaded bus could have an accident due to the increase in stopping distance.
The fix
Remove the required number of passenger seats so that the capacity of the vehicle is reduced to 10,000 lbs. Or less.
Notes
System: brakes; FMVSS 105.vehicle description: 22 seat school buses built on ford e350 cutaway vanchassis; gross vehicle weight rating (Gvwr) 10,ooo lbs.note: carpenter body works, inc. Is a defunct corporation whose assets werepurchased by carpenter manufacturing, inc. Carpenter manufacturing has agreedto perform this recall.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | CARPENTER INDUSTRIES, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 92V060000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Carpenter SCL-1801 | 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 92V-060?
The school buses exceed the chassis manufacturer's gross vehicle weight rating (Gvwr) by 650 lbs. And fail to comply with FMVSS 105, "hydraulic brake systems."
How is recall 92V-060 fixed?
Remove the required number of passenger seats so that the capacity of the vehicle is reduced to 10,000 lbs. Or less.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.